Surrender

usgb/səˈrendər/Volume
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Military ContextPlay
Used when discussing battles or conflicts, implying a final and often reluctant giving in. SlideThe troops had no choice but to surrender after being surrounded.
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Can describe giving up in other areas, like sports or personal challenges, not only war. SlideHe surrendered to his rival's superior chess strategy.